United Kingdom•EuropeSeasonal Worker visa (Temporary Work)
At a Glance
Processing Time
Varies
Application Fee
719 GBP
Stay Duration
Up to 6 months
Renewable
No
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Temporary visa for seasonal agricultural work in horticulture and poultry production sectors. Requires approved sponsor.
The Seasonal Worker visa is for temporary agricultural work in the UK horticulture and poultry production sectors. Horticulture workers can apply year-round; poultry applications close November 15.
Annual Visa Allocation
47,000 visas per year
For 2024, the quota includes 45,000 places for horticulture and 2,000 for poultry.
No lottery system
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Savings
1,270 EUR
Personal
Passport Validity
1 day
Criminal Record Policy
case_by_case
Professional
Required Skills
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 6 months validity
Certificate of Sponsorship
From approved scheme operator
Proof of funds
£1,270 minimum
Sponsor Documents
Job offer
Seasonal work agreement
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Advantages
- For specific agricultural sectors
- Seasonal flexibility
- Approved scheme sponsors
Considerations
- Seasonal only
- Limited to agriculture
- Requires employer sponsorship
- Deadlines for poultry
Application Process
Secure job offer
Get offer from approved seasonal scheme
Obtain certificate of sponsorship
Get CoS reference from employer
Apply online
Submit Seasonal Worker visa application
Provide documents
Submit required supporting documents
Pay fee
Pay visa application fee
Await decision
Wait for approval
Application Forms
Seasonal Worker visa application
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